This trial is enrolling 80 participants with recent spinal cord injury (less than 6 months) to test the effect of a powered lower-limb exoskeleton on walking function. An exoskeleton is an externally worn powered robotic device to assist movement. If included, participants will be randomly assigned to receive either robotic-assisted gait training with the ABLE Exoskeleton, or conventional physical therapy (including use of technical aids, orthoses, crutches and walkers), 3 times per week for 8 weeks. Assessment of walking function will be performed 2 months after the end of the intervention.
Traumatic
Non-traumatic
Type
Details
- Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either robotic-assisted gait training with the ABLE Exoskeleton or conventional physical therapy, 3 times per week for 8 weeks. - An exoskeleton is an externally worn powered robotic device to assist movement. - Final testing of walking function will be performed after 4 months.
Main benefits
Standing/walking/mobility
Additional benefits
Arm/hand function
Bladder health/function
Bone health
Bowel health
General health
Mental health and psychosocial factors
Pain
Spasticity
Good to know: Potential benefits are defined as outcomes that are being measured during and/or after the trial.
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Learn moreWings for Life has proudly initiated, led and funded the new version of the SCI Trials Finder website. Wings for Life aims to find a cure for spinal cord injuries. The not-for-profit foundation funds world-class scientific research and clinical trials around the globe.
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